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Last updated: 3/31/2026

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inmarsat

Provider Status

Active on select aircraft

panasonic

Provider Status

Active on select aircraft

Starlink Rollout Progress

39 aircraft types

Boeing 787 Dreamliner - First Starlink flight Mar 19, 2026. Free WiFi for all cabins as part of £7bn transformation.

⏳ In Progress

Announced: 2025-11

Boeing 787-8 - First aircraft (G-ZBJJ) entered commercial service in March 2026; rollout currently focused on equipping the rest of the 787-8 fleet.

⏳ In Progress

Announced: 2026-03

Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner - Installation has commenced; the first aircraft (G-ZBJJ) entered commercial service on March 19, 2026. The airline is currently fitting Starlink onto the rest of its 787-8 fleet.

⏳ In Progress

Announced: 2025-11 Target: 2028-03

Airbus A319 - Starlink certified by UK CAA for A320 family; part of general rollout starting March 2026.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Airbus A320 - Starlink certified by UK CAA for A320 family; 60 A320ceo immediately ready for installation; part of general rollout starting March 2026.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Airbus A320 and A320neo families - Rollout scheduled to commence in 2026 for short-haul fleet.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Airbus A320 family - Slated for subsequent phases of the rollout after the 787-8s. Has received UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) certification for Starlink installation.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Airbus A320 family jets - Rollout planned after widebody long-haul aircraft.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11 Target: 2028-03

Airbus A320 series - Rollout planned as part of the wider short-haul fleet expansion.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11 Target: 2029

Airbus A320 series aircraft - Planned after Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 installations, and wider long-haul fleet.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Airbus A320ceo - Could be retrofitted immediately as of Nov 2025. Part of the general rollout commencing March 2026.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Airbus A320neo - Starlink certified by UK CAA for A320 family; 33 A320neo immediately ready for installation; part of general rollout starting March 2026.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Airbus A321 - Starlink certified by UK CAA for A320 family; part of general rollout starting March 2026.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Airbus A330 - Certified as of November 2025.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Airbus A350-1000 - 18 A350-1000 immediately ready for installation; part of general rollout starting March 2026.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Airbus A380 - Slated for subsequent phases of the rollout, expected to expand after the 787-8s.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11 Target: 2028-03

Airbus A380-800 - Certification expected Q2 2026.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Airbus A380s - Planned after Boeing 787-8 and 787-9 installations.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Boeing 737 - Certified as of November 2025.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Boeing 737 MAX - Certified as of November 2025.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Boeing 737 family - Part of the general fleet rollout scheduled to begin in 2026.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Boeing 757 - Certification expected Q3 2026.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Boeing 767 - Starlink certification expected Q3 2026. Part of British Airways' plan to equip its entire fleet.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Boeing 777-200 - Certified as of November 2025.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Boeing 777-300ER - 16 B777-300ER immediately ready for installation; part of general rollout starting March 2026.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Boeing 787 - Currently undergoing certification. The first Starlink-equipped 787 is anticipated to fly in March 2026. The 787-8 is expected to be among the first types to receive Starlink, and new 787-10 deliveries in 2026 are also expected to feature the service.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Boeing 787-10 - New aircraft scheduled for delivery in 2026 are expected to feature the service.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Boeing 787-9 - Planned after completion of Boeing 787-8 fleet installations.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2026-03 Target: 2029

Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner - Slated for subsequent phases of the rollout, expected to expand after the 787-8s.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11 Target: 2028-03

Boeing 787-9s - Planned after completion of Boeing 787-8 installations.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Embraer aircraft - Expected to eventually receive Starlink, slated for subsequent phases of the rollout.

📅 Planned

Announced: 2025-11

Airbus A321ceo - Required further certification as of Nov 2025.

📢 Announced

Announced: 2025-11

Airbus A321neo - Required further certification as of Nov 2025.

📢 Announced

Announced: 2025-11

Airbus A350 - Starlink certification received.

📢 Announced

Announced: 2025-11

Airbus A380 superjumbos - Certification still underway and anticipated to take longer.

📢 Announced

Announced: 2025-11

Boeing 737MAX - Currently certified for installation.

📢 Announced

Announced: 2025-11

Boeing 777 - Starlink certification received.

📢 Announced

Announced: 2025-11

Boeing 777-200ER - Required further certification as of Nov 2025.

📢 Announced

Announced: 2025-11

Boeing 787 fleet - Expected to receive Starlink once certification is complete.

📢 Announced

Announced: 2025-11

Last updated: Apr 2026

Flights

4 flights

Recent flights with WiFi data in our database.

Latest News

5 articles

2025-11-06 IAG Group

IAG announces strategic investment in wi-fi connectivity for 500+ aircraft

2025-11-06 British Airways Media Centre

British Airways signs major deal with Starlink to provide every customer in every cabin free Wi-Fi

2025-11-06 Simple Flying

British Airways & Iberia To Offer Free Starlink WiFi Starting 2026

2025-11-06 IAG Group

IAG announces strategic investment in wi-fi connectivity for 500+ aircraft

2025-11-06 British Airways Media Centre

British Airways signs major deal with Starlink to provide every customer in every cabin free Wi-Fi

Frequently Asked Questions

Which British Airways flights have Starlink WiFi?

British Airways currently uses inmarsat and panasonic for in-flight WiFi. Enter your flight number on SeatWiFi to check WiFi availability on your specific flight.

How do I know if my British Airways flight has Starlink?

Enter your BA flight number (e.g., BA123) in the search box at seatwifi.com. We'll show you the WiFi provider for that specific aircraft.

Is WiFi free on British Airways?

WiFi pricing varies by provider and route. British Airways uses inmarsat, panasonic - check your specific flight for current pricing.

What WiFi providers does British Airways use?

British Airways currently uses inmarsat, panasonic for in-flight connectivity.

Can I stream on British Airways flights?

Streaming capability depends on the WiFi provider. Check your specific flight for WiFi speed details.

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Latest News

IAG announces strategic investment in wi-fi connectivity for 500+ aircraft

British Airways signs major deal with Starlink to provide every customer in every cabin free Wi-Fi

British Airways & Iberia To Offer Free Starlink WiFi Starting 2026

IAG announces strategic investment in wi-fi connectivity for 500+ aircraft

British Airways signs major deal with Starlink to provide every customer in every cabin free Wi-Fi

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